Vernon Heli-Wine Tours

Beginning the May Long Weekend, and daily throughout the summer, our Vernon all-inclusive heli-wine tour packages provide you with a unique way to experience the beauty and award winning tastes of the Okanagan Valley, in the Vernon area.
Vernon Tours begin and end at 6300 Tronson Road at the Vernon Airport in Vernon, BC.
Tours require 2 people (minimum) to book.

The Okanagan’s Best Wine Pairings
Our Winery Tours are All-Inclusive.
Each winery we visit features award winning wines and offers a unique tasting experience. Tasting fees are included in your tour. Each guest will also receive a featured wine to add to your collection, begin your case purchase, or enjoy the same day.

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Vernon Two-Winery Heli Tours

MISSION HILL & EX NIHILO WINE TOUR

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Be sure to taste the Okanagan’s rich Pinot Noirs featured on this tour. Prior to our arrival at Mission Hill Family Estate Winery, we fly southwest along the Lake Okanagan shoreline towards the William R. Bennett Bridge. As we circle Mount Boucherie, the imposing 12-storey bell tower and curved entry arches of the classically designed winery will appear in the distance. From here, we depart north towards Ex Nihilo Vineyards. On the east side of the lake, long days in the Okanagan sun ripen the fruit to create wines that exceed expectations.
Tours include tasting fees and one featured bottle of wine per guest.
Suggested Wines:
• Mission Hill Martin’s Lane Pinot Noir
• Ex Nihilo Pinot Noir

Prices: $479 per person plus tax.

MISSION HILL & THE VIBRANT VINE WINE TOUR

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Discover the contrast the Okanagan Valley has to offer! Fly along the Lake Okanagan shoreline before arriving at the world famous Mission Hill Family Estate winery. Soak in the architecture and grandeur of Mission Hill before we fly you to the rolling orchards of South Kelowna, where you’ll enjoy the intimate experience of enjoying a glass of French Champagne with owner Wyn Lewis. The Vibrant Vine is also home to the 2013 Best White Wine in the World title! On route back to Vernon, we follow the turquoise shoreline of Kalamalka Lake past Sparkling Hill Resort.
Tours include tasting fees and one featured bottle of wine per guest.
Suggested Wines:
• The Vibrant Vine WOOPS
• Mission Hill Reserve White Wine

Prices: $429 per person plus tax.

VIBRANT VINE & EX NIHILO WINE TOUR

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Following the Okanagan Lake shoreline, we make our way south towards the orchards of South Kelowna. Knox Mountain, downtown Kelowna and Lower Mission will fly by on our way to The Vibrant Vine. Sit and enjoy a glass of French Champagne with owner Wyn Lewis. Then it’s off to the Tuscan atmosphere of Ex Nihilo Vineyards, where you’ll have the opportunity to sample fine wine country cuisine at the Chaos Bistro.
Tours include tasting fees and one featured bottle of wine per guest.
Suggested Wines:
• The Vibrant Vine Bright Bubbles Rosé
• Ex Nihilo Chaos Rosso

Prices: $489 per person plus tax.

SUMMERHILL & EX NIHILO WINE TOUR

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After experiencing 360-degree views of Lake Okanagan and the agricultural beauty of South Kelowna, we drop into Summerhill Pyramid Winery, one of British Colombia’s few certified organic wineries. Pyramid Aged wine offers a unique tasting experience, while the award-winning sparkling wines are a staple of Summerhill quality. Admire downtown Kelowna and Knox Mountain as we cruise overhead on our way to the vineyards of Lake Country, home to Ex Nihilo Vineyards, another Okanagan winery that prides itself on sustainable farming and high quality wine.
Tours include tasting fees and one featured bottle of wine per guest.
Suggested Wines:
• Summerhill Cipes de Noirs
• Ex Nihilo sX Tous Imagine

Prices: $399 per person plus tax.

50TH PARALLEL & VIBRANT VINE WINE TOUR

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Home of the Okanagan’s award-winning Gewürztraminer’s, 50th Parallel and the Vibrant Vine are a must on any wine lover’s list. Fly north from the airport along Kalamalka Lake’s azure waters, before climbing up towards the world famous Sparkling Hill Resort and Spa. Lake Okanagan will stretch out beneath us on our approach to 50th Parallel. Then it’s off to the orchards of South Kelowna for your intimate experience at the Vibrant Vine. Grab a pair of 3D glasses to truly appreciate the Phil Lewis art on display.
Tours include tasting fees and one featured bottle of wine per guest.
Suggested Wines:
• 50th Parallel Gewürztraminer
• The Vibrant Vine Gewürztraminer

Prices: $399 per person plus tax.

SUMMERHILL & MISSION HILL WINE TOUR

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Home to the Okanagan’s finest sparkling wines, Summerhill Pyramid Winery offers the opportunity to showcase the best of the Okanagan, both from the air and on the ground. Take a moment of silence and collect your thoughts in the Pyramid before we launch ourselves across to the world-famous Mission Hill Estate Winery. As we circle Mount Boucherie on our final approach, the iconic 12-storey bell tower will guide us to the heli-pad. Grab a bite to eat at the Terrace Restaurant, voted Top 5 Winery Restaurants in the World.
Tours include tasting fees and one featured bottle of wine per guest.
Suggested Wines:
• Summerhill Spadefoot Toad Syrah
• Mission Hill Terroir Collection Crosswinds Syrah

Price: $329 per person plus tax.

Vernon Three-Winery Heli Tours

MISSION HILL, SUMMERHILL & EX NIHILO WINE TOUR

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After exploring Lake Okanagan all the way from Vernon to West Kelowna, we descend to the helipad at the base of Mission Hill’s impressive 12-storey bell tower. Experience the architecture that makes Mission Hill such an iconic Okanagan landmark, before heading into the tasting room. We’ll lift off and make our way across to Summerhill, wedged into the hillside below Okanagan Mountain Park. Sip on Pyramid Aged wine before we begin our trip back north to Ex Nihilo. Enjoy the tapas of the Tuscan-style Chaos Bistro, and then it’s the azure waters of Kalamalka Lake on route to Vernon.
Tours include tasting fees and one featured bottle of wine per guest.
Suggested Wines:
• Mission Hill Martin’s Lane Pinot Noir
• Summerhill Cipes Brut
• Ex Nihilo Pinot Noir

Prices: $799 per person plus tax.

SUMMERHILL, VIBRANT VINE & EX NIHILO WINE TOUR

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After the excitement of our trip along the Lake Okanagan shoreline, take a quiet moment in the Pyramid at Summerhill. Grab a glass of their award-winning sparkling wine before we make the hop across to the Vibrant Vine. Switch things up and sip French Champagne with owner Wyn Lewis. As we head back north, the Tuscan inspired villa at Ex Nihilo will offer a cool place to pair the award-winning Pinot Noir with a Neapolitan-style pizza. Finally, the azure waters of Kalamalka Lake will guide us back to Vernon to complete the day.
Tours include tasting fees and one featured bottle of wine per guest.
Suggested Wines:
• Summerhill Cipes Brut
• Vibrant Vine Gewürztraminer
• Ex Nihilo sX Tous Imagine

Prices: $829 per person plus tax.

EX NIHILO, MISSION HILL & VIBRANT VINE WINE TOUR

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We begin our tour at the Tuscan-style villa of Ex Nihilo vineyards. On the east side of Lake Okanagan, long days in the sun helps ripen the fruit into the award-winning wines Ex Nihilo is known for. From Ex Nihilo, we’ll drop back down to the shoreline and follow it south to the William R. Bennett Bridge. We’ll circle Mount Boucherie on our final approach to the helipad at the base of the 12-storey bell tower at Mission Hill. After your tastings, lounge on the sloping lawns before we climb into the helicopter and cruise to the Vibrant Vine. Wander the award-winning gardens after you’ve enjoyed French Champagne with owner Wyn Lewis.
Tours include tasting fees and one featured bottle of wine per guest.
Suggested Wines:
• Ex Nihilo Pinot Noir
• Mission Hill Martin’s Lane Pinot Noir
• The Vibrant Vine WOOPS

Prices: $829 per person plus tax.

50TH PARALLEL, MISSION HILL & VIBRANT VINE WINE TOUR

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We begin our tour on a climb out of the Vernon airport toward the Sparkling Hill Resort and Spa, high above Lake Okanagan. We’ll head south along the shoreline until we reach the steep vineyards of 50th Parallel. Explore the open concept tasting room and the 30,000 pound Crush Pad before we continue on towards West Kelowna. We’ll circle above the mansions of Green Bay before descending into anchor piece of architecture in the Okanagan Valley. While you’re there, grab a bite to eat at the Terrace Restaurant, voted Top 5 Winery Restaurants in the World. As we follow the shoreline across to the lush agricultural hotspot of South Kelowna, prepare yourself for the personal experience of enjoying French Champagne with the owner of the Vibrant Vine.
Tours include tasting fees and one featured bottle of wine per guest.
Suggested Wines:
• 50th Parallel Pinot Noir Rosé
• Mission Hill Reserve Rosé
• The Vibrant Vine Bright Bubbles Rosé